Cangelosi Family Dentistry LLCAppointments: (225) 292-3456

Richard Cangelosi D.D.S.

Cangelosi Family Dentistry LLC

If you are missing one or more teeth, you'll want to talk with Baton Rouge area dental implant dentist Dr. Richard Cangelosi about replacements that look and feel as natural as your own teeth. If dentures are causing you problems, you may consider dental implants. Unlike dentures, which can be removed, Dr. Cangelosi offers dental implants that are permanently anchored into the jaw itself.

New and safe sedation dentistry with Baton Rouge area sedation dentist Dr. Richard Cangelosi means you can have years of dental treatments done quickly while you're lightly sedated, with little or no discomfort. If you've been putting up with discomfort, hiding your smile, or delaying scheduling dental work because you're too busy, your life is about to change. Make a sedation dentistry consultation appointment today with Dr. Cangelosi.

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Perkins Dental Care & Spa PrivatoAppointments: (225) 767-8084

Jeff Griffin D.D.S.

Perkins Dental Care & Spa Privato

If you have unhealthy gums, it's important to seek treatment soon. Your bleeding gums could be warning you of future tooth loss or even the potential for stroke and heart disease. Schedule a periodontal assessment with Baton Rouge area gum disease dentist Dr. Jeff Griffin today. It's one of the most important things you can do for yourself and your family.

Would you like your smile to be a bit brighter than it is right now? We can make it happen at Perkins Dental Care & Spa Privato, with professional tooth whitening for brighter natural looking teeth. Dr. Jeff Griffin's Baton Rouge, LA area office can effectively lighten your stained or discolored tooth enamel. Whiter teeth not only look great, they improve your self-confidence.

If you want a gorgeous smile that turns heads, you may want to learn about the range of dental services offered at Perkins Dental Care & Spa Privato. Baton Rouge area cosmetic dentist Dr. Jeff Griffin is dedicated to producing quality results and beautiful smiles.

Dr. Jeff Griffin has a gentle touch and provides comfortable cleaning for a whiter smile. Offering cosmetic dentistry in the Baton Rouge, Louisiana area, Dr. Griffin assures you that a bright, healthy smile is the result of regular, preventative, professional dental cleanings.

Why Might I Need a Replacement Dental Crown?

Dental crowns (also known as "caps") are needed on teeth for various reasons. Two of the reasons crowns are needed is to restore broken and unaesthetic - ugly - teeth.

How Long Does a Dental Crown Last?

When crowns are well made, research shows that the average length of time before they wear out is approximately ten years. Because each person is unique, no one can tell you how long a dental crown will last. Even though cosmetic dentistry uses advanced materials, the most durable dental crown material is gold. Dental porcelain fused to gold is the next most durable; an all-porcelain dental crown is the least durable.

How Are Dental Crowns Replaced?

When replacement crowns are prescribed, there are certain steps that the dentist must complete. First, the dental crown must be removed. This can be accomplished by either wiggling the crown free or cutting the crown off the tooth. Underlying decay should be removed and fillings should be placed as needed. These fillings are referred to as "build-ups" or "foundations" for the new crown. The tooth should then be refined and a new dental crown can then be placed.

No one can tell you how long a dental crown will last. The length of time that they can last is different for each person. Therefore, maintaining regular six-month visits to your dentist is extremely important if you want to maintain a healthy mouth.

By Benjamin O. Watkins, III, DDS

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Expect to come in more often just after your tooth restoration is placed. The edges of bonded restorations need a once-over after
a few months to verify a smooth fit. And we'll check to make sure there is no gum irritation, too.

Certain unforgiving foods can threaten any dental restoration. Watch nuts, hard candies, some fresh fruits - a bond could crack. We don't see it often, but with heavy-handed treatment, veneers can pop right off - not a real confidence-builder in a crowd.

Nail-biting and ice-chewing are out.

Use a non-abrasive toothpaste and a soft brush.

Coffee, tea, colas, and cigarettes, of course, are not your restoration's best friends. They stain, among other unsavory things.

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